These purple potatoes seem to be different from the black-skinned purple potatoes I get from the farmers market in that the flesh is much lighter in color. Both types taste just the same as regular potatoes (to me), and perhaps next time I'll cook both together to compare. Maybe you have noticed that I like purple hues... if there is a purple food to be had, you can be sure I will be determined to obtain it :)

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what a pretty bento! I wish I had the time to do this for my daughter! I can barely make it out the door on time for work in the morning! That's such a pity because I have so much bento gear. My 6 year old doesn't eat so much either. Do your kids generally finish all the contents of their bentos? btw, I love purple potatoes and yams too and I even grow my own purple potatoes. It's so easy! Love your blog!

Hi Cakebrain! Thanks for your great comment! I don't have lots of time in the morning either; I make the bento the night before. My 6 year old will eat mostly anything, but I make sure not to put too much of any one thing. It's great that you grow your own potatoes! I would love to do the same! I really hope you can make use of your bento gear, maybe just for a small fruit snack to start?

Hi Lil'chan! Yep, I am a huge fan of purple! Glad to find I am not the only one :) I hope you find some one day too... perhaps you might even be able to grow some!

Thank you Lia! The purple is pretty bright! Best not to use too much so as not to blind my cyber friends, I think!

Just a MOM, the cauliflower is steamed, so it's not as crunchy. Perhaps you might be able to add ranch dressing or hummus as a dip? Sometimes I roast them with potatoes, olive oil and garlic powder too.

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I am a former research scientist turned stay-at-home-mom of 2 who got started with bento in an effort to help my kids learn that eating healthy and nutritious foods can be fun and cute. I make a bento lunch for my 14yo (9th grade) son & my 10yo (5th grade) daughter every school day, and post the pictures on my sherimiya ♥ flickr photostream. Here in this blog is where I describe each bento, and you'll also get a peek inside our family adventures. Thanks for taking a look, and please let me know what you think ^-^!